Hello. I’m Lewis Rapkin.
I’m an 8-time Emmy-nominated director, editor, and producer focused on stories that expose broader social, cultural, and political forces through intimate, character-driven narratives.
My work blends a cinematic visual style with a journalistic instinct for purposeful storytelling.
My projects have screened at major festivals including Cannes, Tribeca, and Sundance, and have been recognized across the industry. You can explore those projects here.
I bring extensive leadership experience across large, complex productions and have helped shape multiple Emmy-nominated series across major platforms including HBO, Paramount+, Vox, and PBS.
Before that, I was part of the founding team at VICE News, where I helped define the editorial and creative DNA of the organization — developing its visual language, field workflows, and approach to fast-turnaround international coverage.
Music is also a core part of how I tell stories, and I often compose original scores for my projects. You can learn more about that here.
In my work, I try to merge an elevated editorial sensibility with a visual approach that invites depth and creativity. I’m drawn to pieces that reward careful attention and allow for innovative, artful choices.
My hope is always to create work that lingers, informs, and resonates.